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Nikon Fan
Next question would be how to prevent it from rusting up after riding in the rain? I can dry it, but water will make it into hard to reach places. Any spray or lubricant suggestions?
I use my aluminum frame hybrid for rainy days. And I've swapped out any questionable bolts, nuts and fasteners for stainless steel (apparently the fenders came with carbon steel fasteners with a thin chrome or some other silvery finish, but they rusted badly).
For the chain I've used Park CL-1 oil, which doesn't wash out completely in rain or plain water cleanup. I use it on cables and derailer pivot points too.
After the Park CL-1 runs out I might try Chain-L lube for the rain/errand bike.